Description
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
- £780
- *Prices shown are all-inclusive of VAT—no extra charges!
- Priority Track option available
Why Study with us?
- Priority-track assessments and work book marking
- Unique Trainee Practitioner Positioning program available for learners without a job placement
- Flexible study hours based on your own schedule - few weeks to 12 months duration.
- Courses designed and assessed by subject matter qualified industry trainers and assessors
- One to one live sessions (if desired) with expert tutors to support you through your course progression
Course Description
The Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools (RQF) is an entirely online course for Teaching Assistants (TAs) officially recognised by UK OFQUAL. Tailored for individuals aspiring to become teaching assistants, this course equips learners to excel in classroom settings. It focuses on fostering essential skills required for the care of children and young people, facilitating ongoing learning and development. Our Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools course has no prerequisites, making it accessible to anyone without prior training or experience. It is an excellent choice for those eager to gain comprehensive knowledge about teaching assistants as it lays a solid foundation for making substantial contributions in educational environments.
Unit 1: Child and young person development
Unit 2: Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people
Unit 3: Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults
Unit 4: Equality, diversity and inclusion in work with children and young people
Unit 5: Help improve own and team practice in schools
Unit 6: Maintain and support relationships with children and young people
Unit 7: Support children and young people’s health and safety
Unit 8: Support children and young people’s positive behaviour
Unit 9: Support learning activities
Unit 10: Schools as organisations
Unit 11: Prepare and maintain learning environments
Written Assignments
The course offers self-paced modules. It can be completed within a week to over a 4 month duration.However, the course access expires after a year and a re-enrolment charge is applicable.
Awarding Body: Focus Awards UK
Qualification Number: 601/7118/2
Focus Awards is an Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual, ensuring that all qualifications adhere to rigorous standards.
Pricing Plans
Standard One Time Purchase
Make a single payment, and you're all set to begin your learning journey.
£780*inc. VAT
- OfQual-approved qualification
- 24/7 access to LMS and unlimited tutor support
- Transparent pricing, no hidden charges
- Start when you're ready with a full year of access.
- Unlimited revisions
- Receive feedback within 2 – 3 working days
Standard Monthly
Spread the cost of £828 (inc. VAT) with convenient monthly payments over 6 months.
£138*inc. VAT
per month
Priority Track One Time Purchase
Make a single payment, and you're all set to begin your learning journey.
£858*inc. VAT
- OfQual-approved qualification
- 24/7 access to LMS and unlimited tutor support
- Transparent pricing, no hidden charges
- Start when you're ready with a full year of access.
- Unlimited revisions
- Receive feedback within 1 – 2 working days
Priority Track Monthly
Spread the cost of £900 (inc. VAT) with convenient monthly payments over 6 months.
£150*inc. VAT
per month
Discounted Business/Corporate Purchases
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The following bulk discounts are applicable to our corporate clients:
5% for booking 3 learners
10% for booking 5 or more learners
15% for booking 10 or more learners
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Flexible Payment Options
Take advantage of a 30-day payment term when buying 5 or more courses. Please note that an upfront payment will be required unless you are a regular buyer.
Course reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is designed for individuals interested in working within a school, specifically aiming for roles such as Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant, or Learning Support Assistant. The qualification is competence-based and requires students to either be employed in a school or college setting or have a voluntary placement.
Your course access is valid for 12 months, allowing you to progress at your own pace. After the 12 months, re-enrolment charges of £15 apply.
There are no specific entry requirements for our courses, except that learner must be 19 years or above and possess basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Upon completing this Level 2 certificate, you can anticipate various career prospects, including roles such as an additional needs assistant, pastoral/welfare support assistant, bilingual support assistant, or foundation stage assistant.
If you still have any questions, please refer to our main FAQs page or contact us for further assistance.
No, there are no specific deadlines for assignment submissions. You have the flexibility to progress at your own pace within the 12-month access period to learning materials and tutor support.
Ideally, students should undertake a work placement in a school setting supervised by a certified teacher. In cases of prior work experience, individuals can request their former supervisors to complete a witness statement confirming their performance of the required tasks during previous employment.
The potential progression areas after completing the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools include:
- Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
- Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET)
- Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
A Witness Testimony serves as “supporting” evidence, validating a learner’s workplace activities through a statement from a qualified individual. This statement verifies the learner’s competence in specific skills or tasks, especially those challenging to demonstrate through documents alone. It’s important to note that along with the witness testimony, learners are required to provide a reflective account.
A Reflective Account is a written piece providing additional details about the learner’s performance in the activity confirmed by the workplace supervisor. This includes insights into what went well, areas for improvement, lessons learned, and strategies for future enhancement.
Yes, real-school setting observation/witness is mandatory. An expert witness, usually a class teacher or a qualified assessor, conducts the observation or provides the witness.
Only one witness statement is needed, filled by your workplace supervisor, covering all relevant units/modules of the course that demands a witness testimony. Coordinate with your mentor to agree on the date and time for the expert witness to observe your activities. There’s flexibility in planning activities, allowing adaptation to your schedule.
Logan Thompson –
The course was excellent—no pressure or hassle! I enjoyed it, thank you!
Louis Morris –
The course effectively addressed the fundamentals, serving as a solid foundation for beginners in the role of a teaching assistant. It delved into crucial topics to consider in this field. The content was easily manageable, the learning system was thoughtfully designed, and the highlight was the highly professional, encouraging, and helpful tutor.
Maria Marshall –
This course has been fantastic, easy to grasp with excellent feedback from tutor, and there’s no pressure to finish within a specific timeframe. I highly recommend it.
Alfie Morgan –
The course was really good, and my tutor provided great support. With their guidance and constructive feedback, I successfully completed the first unit within the timeframe I set for myself.
Teagan Lewis –
The team was very helpful in guiding me through my course materials.